Published: May 9, 2025
LANSING, Mich. – During this National Nurses Week, University of Michigan Health-Sparrow is honoring thousands of highly skilled nurses who tirelessly dedicate themselves to caring for our patients and their families. This year’s Nurses Week theme is “Together More is Possible,” highlighting our team approach to ensuring our patients receive the quality and compassionate care that we are known for.
Nurses Week concluded with ceremonies and recognition at several UM Health-Sparrow sites of care.
At UM Health-Sparrow Lansing, cardiovascular intensive care unit nurse Brandy LePage, R.N., was honored with the hospital’s Nurse of the Year award.
“As a member of the rapid response team, LePage makes critical decisions under the most challenging circumstances while maintaining a calm and caring presence, and advocates for patients and team members whose voices may not be heard high quality care,” the nomination said.
In addition to her clinical excellence, LePage is a respected leader, known for mentoring new nurses and creating a supportive, positive work environment.
UM Health-Sparrow Lansing also honored its inpatient medical oncology team for their outstanding teamwork, empathy and unwavering compassion, and UM Health-Sparrow Lansing’s Nurse Educator of the Year, Rebekah LaDuke, APRN, ACCNS-AG, CCRN.
At UM Health-Sparrow Carson, James Myers, RN, was named 2025 Nurse of the Year. Myers is an RN in the UM Health-Sparrow Carson Emergency Department and was nominated for his exceptional dedication to patient care, his outstanding clinical skills and his unwavering commitment to the nursing profession. He has a great rapport with patients, built on respect and honesty.
“Jim is an incredibly smart, compassionate nurse who always put his patients first,” said his manager Julie Noreen, MSN, RN. “He’s a strong patient advocate, a great team player, and truly deserving of the Nurse of the Year title.”